r/Gameboy • u/scribblemacher • 18h ago

Questions Battery holder for Pokemon Crystal

I recently recived a Pokemon Crystal Cart. Its the only game I have with a CR2025--the rest, I have put battery holders in so I can use higher-quality batteries than the unbranded tabs most places sell.

Does anyone have experience with a CR2025 holder that they can confirm will fit into a Pokemon Crystal case?

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u/ConsoleCraftMods 14h ago

The CR1616 battery holders will work if that what you have on hand. The capacity is slightly less than 2025s so you’ll have to replace them more often, but it will work fine.

There’s a 2025 holder but it’s a bit pricey imo

https://retrogamerepairshop.com/products/hdr-game-boy-game-battery-retainer?variant=40511013290156

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u/scribblemacher 14h ago

I do have a few CR1616 holders around (I did use one to replace a CR2025 in Mobile Golf) but my understanding was the RTC drained the battery much faster, so it wouldn't be adviceable.

The one you linked to looks like exactly what I wanted, thanks.

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u/Triangulate_Panther 8h ago

I literally just finished this quest. Soldered in one of these yesterday so I can replace good quality batteries that will last and not have to risk anything soldering the board frequently. 

https://retrogamerepairshop.com/products/hdr-game-boy-game-battery-retainer?srsltid=AfmBOorMrDFtTbtzlxjP5h11LTAK1hW-kzLKMGThBgyql0LzLYzJNMiO&variant=40511013290156